Additional Information

Course Number

ARH 309H

Course Description

An analysis of ethics in contemporary archaeology that covers reburial and repatriation, interpretation of the archaeological record in the context of historically oppressed groups, ethnic minorities, and non-western societies, the ethics of collecting and managing cultural property, relationships with the media, the debates surrounding looting, and other issues.

Syllabus Available

No

Notes

• Prerequisite: ANT 200Y

Distribution Requirement Status: This is a Social Science course
Breadth Requirement: Society and its Institutions (3)

Taxonomies

RPA Codes & Standards

• Appropriate Dissemination of Research
• Archaeologist's Responsibility to Colleagues, Employees, and Students
• Archaeologist's Responsibility to Employers and Clients
• Archaeologist's Responsibility to the Public

CIfA Codes

• Principle 1: Adherence to ethical and responsible behaviour in archaeological affairs
• Principle 3: Responsibility for acquiring and recording reliable information of the past in archaeological research
• Principle 4: Responsibility for the availability of archaeological results within reasonable dispatch

Keywords & Terms

• Accountability
• Avoid, Discourage, and Report Unethical and Illegal Activity
• Professional Relationships and Communication
• Professional Standards
• Promotion of Archaeological Research/Archaeology as Scientific Discipline
• Public Interest, Collaboration, Education, and Outreach
• Transparency

Topics & Issues

• Cultural Resource Management (CRM)
• Ethical Case Studies
• Ethical Responsibilities of Archaeologists
• Professionalism and Professional Standards
• Public Engagement, Outreach, and Education